Carry Emergency Equipment
Depending on the severity of the weather where you drive your car, you should carry appropriate emergency equipment. Some of the items you may want to carry include tire chains, tow straps or chains, flashlight, emergency flares, sand, a shovel, jumper cables, a window scraper, gloves, ground cloth, coveralls, a blanket, etc.
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Adjusting Your Seat Belt
WARNING:
You should place the lap belt portion as low as possible and snugly across
your hips, not on your waist. If the lap belt is located too high on your waist,
it may increase the chance o ...
General checks
Engine Compartment
The following should be checked regularly:
o Engine oil level and condition.
o Transaxle fluid level and condition.
o Brake fluid level.
o Clutch fluid level.
o Engine coolant ...
Pre-Trip Inspections
1. Tires:
Adjust the tire inflation pressures for highway driving. Low tire inflation pressures
will result in overheating and possible failure of the tires. Avoid using worn or
damaged tires whi ...